Atty. Philip P. Bonafide

Atty. Philip P. Bonafide

Commissioner, New Hampshire Personnel Appeals Board, 2000-. President, Kiwanis, 2001-2002.

Laconia Laconia 53 yrs experience 53 year
Call (603) 619-2184 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Philip P. Bonafide at a glance

Philip P. Bonafide is a Retired Partner based in Laconia, New Hampshire, practicing at Normandin, Cheney & O'Neil PLLC. They have 53+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1973. Their practice focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, business, and real estate. Admitted to practice in New Hampshire (1973), U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire (1974), and U.S. Supreme Court (1978). Educated at Georgetown University (J.D., 1973) and Georgetown University (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Belknap County (President, 1989-1990) and New Hampshire (Member, U.P.L. Committee, 1977-1982 Fee Dispute Committee, 1982-1996) Bar Associations New Hampshire Trial Lawyers Association (Board o f Governors, 1979-1986) American Association for Justice. Serands clients in Laconia, NH and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Commissioner, New Hampshire Personnel Appeals Board, 2000-
  • President, Kiwanis, 2001-2002

Practice Areas Explained

Philip P. Bonafide's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Philip P. Bonafide handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Probate

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Personal Injury

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Criminal Defense

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Business & Corporate Law

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Real Estate Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in New Hampshire

Practicing law in New Hampshire. Legal matters in New Hampshire are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Laconia are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate New Hampshire state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in New Hampshire brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in New Hampshire courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Philip P. Bonafide

Where is Philip P. Bonafide's law office located?
Philip P. Bonafide's law practice is located in Laconia, New Hampshire. The firm is Normandin, Cheney & O'Neil PLLC. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Philip P. Bonafide handle?
Philip P. Bonafide focuses on probate, personal injury, criminal defense, business, real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in New Hampshire.
How long has Philip P. Bonafide practiced law?
Philip P. Bonafide has 53+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1973.
Where did Philip P. Bonafide go to law school?
Philip P. Bonafide earned their education at (J.D., 1973); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact Philip P. Bonafide for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Philip P. Bonafide received?
Philip P. Bonafide's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Georgetown University
- 1973
B.A.
Georgetown University
- 1970

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

New Hampshire
Admitted: 1973
U.S. District Court, District of New Hampshire
Admitted: 1974
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1978

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